The College of Arts holds a course entitled “Television Report Making”
The Continuing Education Division at the College of Fine Arts, University of Diyala, held a course entitled “Television Report Making” for faculty members and students of the college, which was held from 9-10 February 2025.
The course, which was discussed by Assistant Professor Muhammad Adnan Hussein, included several topics, the most prominent of which was the production of a television report. It stated:
The television report is one of the most important journalistic arts in visual media, and aims to present news or issues in an attractive and concise manner using images, sound and narration. Producing a television report requires multiple skills, including research, writing, photography and editing.
Steps for making a television report
Choosing the idea and determining the angle
The idea must be relevant to the audience and based on facts.
Determine the angle that will be focused on (humanitarian, political, economic, cultural, etc.).
Research and information gathering
Conducting interviews with reliable sources.
Verifying the accuracy of the information before broadcasting it.
Collecting visual materials (images, videos, data).
Writing the television script
The text must be simple, clear and easy to understand.
Use short, direct sentences.
Format the text to match the images and video clips.
Photography and editing
Capture scenes that support the story and help convey the idea.
Use various camera angles to create a strong visual impact.
Smooth editing that links scenes in a logical way, taking into account the balance between image and sound.
Voiceover and music
Voiceover should be clear and appropriate to the style of the report.
Use background music if necessary to enhance the emotional impact.
Review and broadcast the report
Ensure the accuracy of information and correct language.
Check the quality of sound and image.
Review the report with the editorial team before broadcasting.
Tips for a successful TV report
Be brief, TV reports usually do not exceed 2-3 minutes.
Let the viewer speak through the shots instead of using too much voiceover.
Use creativity in visual narration to grab the attention of viewers.
